Felvin 20 mg capsules #100
Manufacturer: Bliss Pharma Limited , India
Composition: piroxicam 20.0 mg
What is the active ingredient in Felvin 20 mg capsules?
Piroxicam BP, with 20 mg per capsule.
What is the main action of piroxicam?
Piroxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with potent anti-inflammatory, antipyretic (fever-reducing), and analgesic (pain-relieving) effects. Its potency is comparable to indometacin.
How does piroxicam work in relieving pain and fever?
Piroxicam works by reducing the production of prostaglandins, which are chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, pain, and fever.
How is piroxicam used in patients with rheumatoid arthritis?
Piroxicam helps relieve pain and reduce joint swelling in rheumatoid arthritis. However, it may not always affect the erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) or other measures of disease activity.
What are the main conditions that Felvin 20 mg capsules are used to treat?
Rheumatoid arthritis Osteoarthritis Ankylosing spondylitis Acute gout Acute musculoskeletal disorders Juvenile chronic arthritis
Why is piroxicam not primarily used as an analgesic for simple pain?
Due to its potent anti-inflammatory properties, piroxicam is primarily used to treat inflammatory conditions and not just pain.
What is the most common side effect associated with piroxicam?
The most common side effect is gastrointestinal problems such as stomach upset, heartburn, and ulcers.
Are gastrointestinal problems with piroxicam more common than with other NSAIDs?
Piroxicam does not appear to cause more gastrointestinal problems than other NSAIDs.
What are some other less common side effects of piroxicam?
Other, less common side effects include headaches, dizziness, insomnia, depression, mood alteration, mental confusion, paraesthesia, vertigo, palpitations, impaired hearing, hypoglycemia, swollen eyes, and irritation.
What is the recommended starting dose for piroxicam?
The recommended starting and maintenance dose is 20 mg once daily.
Can the daily dose be divided?
Yes, the daily dose can be divided.
How long does it take for steady-state blood levels of piroxicam to be reached?
Steady-state blood levels are reached within 7-12 days.
How long should treatment with piroxicam continue to assess its full effect?
Treatment should continue for at least two weeks to assess its full effect.
What are the main contraindications for using Felvin 20 mg capsules?
Active peptic ulceration Hepatic dysfunction Previous known hypersensitivity to piroxicam Asthma, rhinitis, angio-oedema, or urticaria induced by other NSAIDs.
How should Felvin 20 mg capsules be stored?
Store in a cool, dark, and dry place below 25°C. Keep all medicines away from children.
How are Felvin 20 mg capsules packaged?
They are packaged in blisters of 10 capsules, with 10 blisters per carton.
Who manufactures Felvin 20 mg capsules?
Bliss GVS Pharma Limited, Survey No. 43-44, Vevoor Village, Palghar -401404, India.
Who markets Felvin 20 mg capsules?
Greenlife Pharmaceuticals Ltd., No. 35a, Association Avenue, Ilupeju, Lagos, Nigeria.
What is the price of Felvin 20 mg capsules #100?
The price of Felvin 20 mg capsules #100 is ₦ 1812.50, exclusively for online orders through the Intaila mobile application